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Top 25 fintech companies in New York, 2025

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January 25, 2025

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Andrew Perlmutter

Alloy

Alloy is a privately held company founded in 2015, specializing in identity risk management solutions for banks and fintech companies. Their platform enables financial institutions to automate fraud management, identity verification, and regulatory compliance. As of 2024, Alloy serves over 600 clients worldwide, including top banks and fintech firms.

Website: https://www.alloy.com/

Main Focus: Alloy focuses on providing an end-to-end identity risk solution that helps financial institutions automate and manage decisions related to onboarding, ongoing fraud, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) monitoring, and credit underwriting.

Funding: In 2021, Alloy raised $100 million in Series C funding, achieving a post-money valuation of $1.35 billion.

Employees: As of January 2025, Alloy employs approximately 250 people, with 185 based in New York City.

Growth in 2024: Alloy has demonstrated significant growth, expanding its client base to over 600 financial institutions and fintech companies globally

News:

February 2025: Alloy released its third annual State of Fraud Report, surveying nearly 500 fraud and risk leaders to uncover trends in the fraud landscape.
Alloy
January 2025: Alloy announced a strategic partnership with Q2 Holdings Inc. to deliver a joint fraud monitoring solution for banks and credit unions.
Q2 Holdings

Top Executives:

Tommy Nicholas, Co-founder and CEO.
Laura Spiekerman, Co-founder and President.
Charles Hearn, Co-founder and CTO.

Headquarters: 41 E 11th St 2nd floor, New York, NY 10003, United States

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Betterment

Betterment is a privately held financial technology company founded in 2008, specializing in automated investment, retirement planning, and cash management services. As of July 2024, the company manages over $50 billion in assets for more than 900,000 customers.

Website: https://www.betterment.com/

Main Focus: Betterment focuses on providing automated investing and savings services, offering personalized financial advice through a diversified portfolio of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tailored to individual goals and risk tolerance.

Funding: In September 2021, Betterment secured $160 million in growth capital, comprising a $60 million Series F equity round led by Treasury and a $100 million credit facility established with ORIX Corporation USA’s Growth Capital group and Runway Growth Capital.

Employees: As of 2024, Betterment employs approximately 532 people.

Growth in 2024: In April 2024, Betterment announced an agreement to acquire digital investing accounts from Goldman Sachs' Marcus Invest, aiming to expand its customer base and assets under management.

News:

April 2024: Betterment agreed to acquire digital investing accounts from Goldman Sachs' Marcus Invest, enhancing its retail platform's scale.
PR Newswire
September 2024: Betterment rebranded its RIA custody division to Betterment Advisor Solutions, reflecting expanded portfolio management capabilities and high-yield cash offerings.
PR Newswire

Top Executives:

Sarah Levy, Chief Executive Officer
Peter Lorimer, Chief Financial Officer
Mike Reust, President
John Mileham, Chief Technology Officer
Johanna Richardson, Chief Product Officer

Headquarters: 61 W 23rd Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10010, USA.

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Capchase

Capchase is a privately held financial technology company founded in 2020, specializing in providing flexible financing solutions to fast-growing Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) companies. Their mission is to help high-growth companies access revenue faster and with more predictability using their tools.

Website: https://www.capchase.com/

Main Focus: offering non-dilutive capital and revenue acceleration tools to B2B SaaS businesses. Their products include Capchase Grow for flexible financing, Capchase Pay for B2B buy now, pay later solutions, and Capchase Collect for automated invoice collection.

Funding: In May 2024, Capchase secured a €105 million credit facility led by Deutsche Bank, bringing its total combined debt and equity financing to over $1 billion since its inception.

Employees: As of 2024, Capchase employs approximately 130 people.

Growth in 2024: Throughout 2024, Capchase expanded its product suite and partnerships, including launching Capchase Infra in April to support banks and non-bank lenders in accelerating their digital lending strategies. Additionally, the company formed strategic partnerships with Stripe in September 2024, becoming their first B2B buy now, pay later payment method for the U.S.

News:

May 2024: Secured a €105 million credit facility led by Deutsche Bank to support flexible financing for SaaS companies in Europe.
PR Newswire
September 2024: Partnered with Stripe as their first B2B buy now, pay later payment method for the U.S.
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September 2024: Announced a partnership with WeTransact to help close the cash flow gap for B2B SaaS companies.
Capchase

Top Executives:

Miguel Fernandez, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Przemyslaw Gotfryd, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer
Ignacio Pubul, Co-Founder and Vice President, Platform
Luis Marqués, Co-Founder and Vice President

Headquarters: 85 Broad Street, New York, NY 10004, USA.

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Capitolis

Capitolis is a privately held financial technology company founded in 2017, specializing in optimizing financial resource allocation among market participants. Their platform facilitates seamless transactions between financial institutions, enhances access to diversified capital, and improves risk management, enabling banks and other financial entities to operate more efficiently while fostering a healthier capital market environment.

Website: https://capitolis.com/

Main Focus: providing innovative solutions for capital markets, including portfolio optimization and capital marketplace services. Their offerings help financial institutions reduce risk, improve capital efficiency, and unlock new growth opportunities.

Funding: As of November 2024, Capitolis has raised a total of $302 million across multiple funding rounds. In November 2024, they secured $20 million in a Series D round led by Citi, with participation from State Street, Morgan Stanley, and UBS.

Employees: As of December 2024, Capitolis employs approximately 144 people.

Growth in 2024: In December 2024, Capitolis achieved a record $710 billion in gross notional value across 5,659 novated trades on its Novations platform, marking its best-performing year to date.

News:

November 2024: Capitolis received $20 million in strategic investments from Citi, Morgan Stanley, State Street, and UBS to support continued rapid growth.
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December 2024: The company acquired Capitalab, a leader in rates portfolio compression and margin optimization, from BGC Group for $46 million, expanding its suite of solutions.
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December 2024: Capitolis was named to Inc.'s 2024 Best in Business list in the Financial Services and Innovation & Technology categories, recognizing its impact on the industry.
Fintech Futures

Top Executives:

Gil Mandelzis, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Tom Glocer, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman
Igor Teleshevsky, Co-Founder and Vice President, Research & Development
Lindsey Baptiste, Chief Financial Officer
Jen Vanderwall, Chief People and Culture Officer

Headquarters: 30 Irving Place, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10003, USA.

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Chainalysis

Chainalysis is a privately held blockchain data platform founded in 2014, specializing in providing data, software, services, and research to government agencies, exchanges, financial institutions, and insurance companies. Their mission is to build trust in blockchains to promote more financial freedom with less risk.

Website: https://www.chainalysis.com/

Main Focus: offering blockchain intelligence solutions that assist in detecting crypto crime, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting financial institutions.

Funding: As of May 2024, Chainalysis has raised a total of $537 million in funding across multiple rounds.

Employees: As of 2024, Chainalysis employs approximately 784 people.

Growth in 2024: In 2024, Chainalysis expanded its services and research capabilities, notably acquiring Alterya, an AI-powered fraud detection solution, to enhance its ability to prevent illicit activities in the cryptocurrency space.

News:

December 2024: Chainalysis reported that funds stolen by hacking cryptocurrency platforms surged 21% from the previous year, totaling $2.2 billion in 2024.
Reuters
February 2025: The company released a report highlighting that cryptocurrency scams likely reached a record high in 2024, driven by sophisticated "pig butchering" scams and the increasing use of generative artificial intelligence.
Reuters

Top Executives:

Michael Gronager, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Jonathan Levin, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer
Sari Granat, Chief Operating Officer and President
Pratima Arora, Chief Product and Technology Officer
Omesh Agam, Chief Information Security Officer

Headquarters: 114 5th Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10011, USA.

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Clear Street

Clear Street is a privately held financial technology firm founded in 2018, dedicated to modernizing the brokerage ecosystem by replacing outdated infrastructure in capital markets. The company offers a cloud-native clearing and custody platform designed to enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and minimize costs for clients.

Website: https://www.clearstreet.io/

Main Focus: providing a comprehensive, cloud-native clearing and custody system for capital markets, aiming to replace legacy infrastructure and improve operational efficiency for institutional clients.

Funding: As of April 2023, Clear Street has raised a total of $834.25 million in funding, with a Series B-2 round in April 2023 valuing the company at $2.37 billion.

Employees: The company employs over 600 individuals worldwide.

Growth in 2024: In 2024, Clear Street experienced significant growth, including:

December 2024: Joined the London Metal Exchange (LME) as a floor-dealing broker, expanding its presence in the European market.
November 2024: Launched an Equity Research Group focusing on Disruptive Technology, Energy Transition, and Healthcare sectors, enhancing services for institutional clients.
October 2024: Acquired Fox River's algorithmic trading business, strengthening its trading solutions.

News:

December 2024: Clear Street was recognized as the #1 Prime Broker Overall in Global Custodian's 2024 Prime Brokerage Survey, achieving top positions in Technology and Client Service categories.
Business Wire
September 2024: The company sought regulatory approval to join the London Metal Exchange's open-outcry trading floor, aiming to increase its market participation.
Reuters

Top Leaders/Executives:

Ed Tilly, Chief Executive Officer
Andy Volz, Chief Commercial Officer
Atul Pawar, Chief Risk Officer
Christy Moccia, Chief Compliance Officer
Jon Daplyn, Chief Operating Officer
Chris Smith, Chief Executive Officer, Clear Street Futures

Headquarters: 4 World Trade Center, 150 Greenwich Street, 47th Floor, New York, NY 10007, USA.

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ConsenSys

ConsenSys is a privately held blockchain software technology company founded in 2014 by Joseph Lubin. The company specializes in developing decentralized applications (dApps) and providing tools for developers and end-users, primarily on the Ethereum blockchain. ConsenSys's product suite includes MetaMask, Infura, Linea, Truffle, and Diligence, supporting various blockchain-based services and applications.

Website: https://consensys.io/

Main Focus: building and scaling tools and enterprise software products powered by Ethereum, aiming to transform the world's digital architecture into a more open, inclusive, and secure internet of value and ownership—commonly referred to as Web3.

Funding: As of March 2022, ConsenSys has raised a total of $725 million across multiple funding rounds, with a post-money valuation of $7 billion. Notable investors include Microsoft, Temasek, SoftBank, and HSBC.

Employees: In October 2024, ConsenSys announced a reduction of 20% of its workforce, impacting 162 out of 828 employees, due to macroeconomic pressures and regulatory challenges.

Growth in 2024: Throughout 2024, ConsenSys expanded its product offerings and engaged in significant industry research. In December 2024, the company released its second Global Survey on Crypto and Web3, highlighting growing familiarity with Web3, crypto, and blockchain technologies, while also underscoring privacy and trust concerns among users.

News:

December 2024: ConsenSys released its Global Survey on Crypto and Web3, revealing increased global awareness of cryptocurrencies and participation in Web3 activities.
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November 2024: The company announced plans to decentralize its operations to catalyze a network state in the emerging decentralized Web3 and AI global economy.
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October 2024: ConsenSys's lawsuit against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) was dismissed by a Texas federal court.
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Top Leaders/Executives:

Joseph Lubin, Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Dan Odell, Chief Financial Officer
Christopher McKibbin, Chief Operating Officer
Simon Morris, Chief Strategy Officer
Rob Dawson, Chief Technology Officer

Headquarters: 49 Bogart Street, Suite 22, Brooklyn, NY 11206, USA.

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DailyPay

DailyPay is a privately held financial technology company founded in 2015, specializing in providing earned wage access (EWA) solutions. Their platform enables employees to access their earned wages before the traditional payday, offering greater financial flexibility and control. This service aims to improve employee retention, recruitment, and overall financial wellness.

Website: https://www.dailypay.com/

Main Focus: DailyPay focuses on offering on-demand pay solutions that allow employees to access their earned wages prior to payday. This service is designed to enhance employee engagement, reduce turnover, and improve financial well-being.

Funding: As of January 2024, DailyPay has raised a total of $264 million across multiple funding rounds. In January 2024, the company secured $75 million in a Series D round led by Carrick Capital Partners.

Employees: As of December 2023, DailyPay employs approximately 845 individuals.

Growth in 2024: Throughout 2024, DailyPay expanded its services and product offerings:

December 2024: Launched a self-service earned wage access solution tailored for small businesses with fewer than 500 employees, enabling them to offer EWA benefits to their workforce.
October 2024: Introduced an international remittance feature, allowing users to send money globally directly from their earned wages.

News:

December 2024: Recognized on Inc.'s 2024 Best in Business list for Established Excellence, highlighting the company's impact and innovation in the financial technology sector.
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October 2024: Won the 2024 Workday Partner Innovation Award in the Financial Services and Insurance category, acknowledging its commitment to enhancing customer success through innovative solutions.
DailyPay
January 2025: Reports indicated that DailyPay is preparing for a potential U.S. stock market listing in the second half of 2025, with a projected valuation between $3 billion and $4 billion.
Reuters

Top Leaders/Executives:

Stacy Greiner, Chief Executive Officer
Kenneth Brause, Chief Financial Officer
David Dyar, Chief Technology Officer
Jane Levine, Chief Compliance Officer & Senior Consultant
Ed Zaval, Chief Customer Officer

Headquarters: 55 Water Street, 42nd Floor, New York, NY 10041, USA.

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Esusu Financial

Esusu Financial, Inc. is a privately held financial technology company founded in 2018 by Wemimo Abbey and Samir Goel. The company specializes in rent reporting and data solutions aimed at helping individuals build and improve their credit scores by reporting on-time rental payments to major credit bureaus. This approach seeks to bridge the racial wealth gap and provide equitable financial opportunities for underserved communities.

Website: https://esusurent.com/

Main Focus: Esusu focuses on leveraging rental payment data to enhance financial identities and credit scores for renters, thereby enabling access to better financial products and services. Their platform benefits both renters and property owners by promoting financial inclusion and improving property performance.

Funding: As of January 2022, Esusu has raised a total of $145 million across multiple funding rounds. In January 2022, the company secured $130 million in a Series B round led by SoftBank Vision Fund 2, elevating its valuation to $1 billion and making it one of the few Black-owned startups to achieve unicorn status.

Employees: As of 2024, Esusu employs approximately 170 individuals.

Growth in 2024:

December 2024: Esusu reported creating over $46.9 billion in new credit tradelines for renters nationwide, establishing 189,438 new credit scores and significantly enhancing financial inclusion.
December 2024: The company launched myEsusu, a direct-to-consumer credit-building membership designed to empower renters by providing access to financial resources and opportunities to build credit.

News:

January 2025: Esusu acquired Celeri, an AI-powered fraud prevention software provider for the residential real estate industry. This acquisition aims to enhance fraud detection capabilities and promote fair housing opportunities.
GlobeNewswire
December 2024: In partnership with Avanath Capital Management, Esusu's platform led to $162 million in financial impact, empowering renters towards wealth creation and improved financial health.
Yahoo Finance

Top Leaders/Executives:

Wemimo Abbey, Co-Founder and Co-Chief Executive Officer
Samir Goel, Co-Founder and Co-Chief Executive Officer
Albert Owusu-Asare, Chief Technology Officer
Robert Henning, Chief Financial Officer

Headquarters: 215 Park Avenue South, Suite 1916, New York, NY 10003, USA.

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Gemini

Gemini Trust Company, LLC is a privately held cryptocurrency exchange and custodian founded in 2014 by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss. The platform enables individuals and institutions to buy, sell, and store digital assets securely. Gemini is headquartered at 600 Third Avenue, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10016, United States.

Main Focus: Gemini focuses on providing a secure and regulated platform for trading and storing cryptocurrencies. As a New York trust company regulated by the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYSDFS), Gemini emphasizes compliance, security, and investor protection in the digital asset space.

Funding: In November 2021, Gemini raised $400 million in a growth capital funding round led by Morgan Creek Capital Management, valuing the company at $7.1 billion.

Employees: As of 2023, Gemini employs approximately 801 individuals.

Growth in 2024:

January 2024: Gemini received crypto registration in France, allowing the company to provide services in the country.
January 2025: Gemini moved its European headquarters from Dublin, Ireland, to Malta, citing changes in the regulatory landscape.

News:

October 2023: New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit against Gemini, alleging that the company defrauded investors by exposing them to undue risk through its Gemini Earn program.
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March 2024: Gemini agreed to refund at least $1.1 billion to users of its halted Earn program and pay a $37 million fine, following a settlement with the New York Department of Financial Services over allegations related to its partnership with the now-bankrupt Genesis Global Capital.
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Top Leaders/Executives:

Cameron Winklevoss, Co-Founder and President
Tyler Winklevoss, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Priscillia Smith, Chief Financial Officer
Marshall Beard, Chief Operating Officer
Christopher Mariadason, Chief Compliance Officer

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iCapital Network

iCapital Network, founded in 2013, is a privately held financial technology company headquartered in New York City. The company specializes in providing a digital platform that democratizes access to alternative investments, such as private equity, private credit, hedge funds, and real assets, for wealth advisors and their high-net-worth clients.

iCapital's platform streamlines the investment process, offering a curated menu of strategies across the private equity lifecycle, and integrates seamlessly with existing infrastructure to enhance efficiency and scalability.

Website: https://icapital.com/

Main Focus: iCapital focuses on democratizing alternative investments by providing wealth advisors and their high-net-worth clients with streamlined access to private equity, private credit, hedge funds, and real assets through a comprehensive digital platform.

Funding: As of October 2024, iCapital has raised a total of $1.1 billion across multiple funding rounds. In October 2024, the company secured $50 million in a Series D round led by Ping An Global Voyager Fund, bringing its valuation to $6 billion.

Employees: As of 2024, iCapital employs approximately 1,675 individuals.

Growth in 2024:

October 2024: iCapital surpassed $200 billion in global platform assets, doubling from $100 billion in December 2021. This milestone reflects the increasing demand for private market strategies and the company's successful expansion efforts.

News:

October 2024: iCapital announced the acquisition of AltExchange, an AI-driven technology firm specializing in alternative investment data aggregation and management. This acquisition aims to enhance iCapital's data management capabilities, streamlining post-investment processes for private markets participants.
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November 2024: The company expanded its model portfolio suite by launching the iCapital Growth Model Portfolio, providing advisors with curated private equity funds that offer diversification across investment strategies and styles.
Business Wire

Top Leaders/Executives:

Lawrence Calcano, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Nick Veronis, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Head of Portfolio Management
Dan Vene, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Co-Head of iCapital Solutions
Marco Bizzozero, Head of International
Steve Houston, Managing Director and Co-Head of iCapital Solutions

Headquarters: 60 E 42nd Street, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10165, USA.

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Jeeves

Jeeves is a privately held financial technology company founded in 2019, specializing in providing an all-in-one corporate spend and expense management platform for businesses operating in global markets. Their platform offers solutions such as corporate cards, cross-border payments, and expense management, enabling companies to manage their finances seamlessly across multiple countries and currencies.

Website: https://www.tryjeeves.com/

Main Focus: Jeeves focuses on delivering a comprehensive financial operating system that streamlines corporate payments, expense management, and cross-border transactions for businesses worldwide. Their platform is designed to optimize financial operations, reduce costs, and provide flexibility in managing multi-currency transactions.

Funding: As of May 2024, Jeeves has raised a total of $380 million in funding. In May 2024, the company secured a $75 million credit facility from Community Investment Management (CIM) to expand its footprint in Latin America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Mexico.

Employees: Jeeves operates with a global team of over 200 employees, serving clients in more than 30 countries.

Growth in 2024: In 2024, Jeeves experienced significant growth, particularly in Latin America. The company expanded its product offerings, including the launch of Jeeves Pay in Brazil, enabling seamless cross-border payments without transaction fees. This expansion was supported by the $75 million credit facility from CIM, aimed at enhancing Jeeves' financial product suite in the region.

News:

May 2024: Jeeves secured a $75 million credit facility from Community Investment Management to bolster its expansion in Latin America and introduce new financial products tailored to the region's market needs.
PR Newswire
July 2023: The company reported surpassing $40 million in annualized revenue, reflecting a 250% year-over-year increase, and expanded its services beyond corporate credit cards to include a broader range of financial solutions.
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Top Leaders/Executives:

Dileep Thazhmon, Founder and Chief Executive Officer
William Lam, General Manager, North America

Headquarters: 524 Broadway, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10012, USA.

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Jetty

Jetty is a privately held financial services company founded in 2015, specializing in providing innovative products to improve the financial lives of renters and property managers. Their offerings include security deposit alternatives, renters insurance, and credit-building services, aiming to make renting more affordable and accessible while assisting property managers in increasing lease conversions and reducing bad debt.

Website: https://www.jetty.com/

Main Focus: Jetty focuses on delivering financial solutions that benefit both renters and property managers. For renters, Jetty offers products that lower move-in costs and provide flexible payment options. For property managers, Jetty's services aim to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.

Funding: As of September 2023, Jetty has raised a total of $65.5 million across multiple funding rounds. The latest funding was a $2 million Series C round in September 2023, with participation from investors such as Fundrise, Citi, Experian, and PayPal Ventures.

Employees: As of December 2022, Jetty employs approximately 99 individuals.

Growth in 2024:

August 2024: Jetty announced a partnership with Fortegra and Allianz to enhance its insurance offerings, forming a reinsurance panel for its core products, Jetty Deposit and Jetty Renters Insurance.
August 2024: The company collaborated with Socotra to upgrade its core systems, successfully migrating its Jetty Deposit and Jetty Protect products to a cloud-native platform within 12 months, improving agility and scalability.

News:

February 2025: Jetty merged with Rhino, another pioneer in security deposit insurance, creating the largest security deposit platform in the market. This merger aims to accelerate growth in the security deposit alternative market and expand the suite of move-in solutions offered.
PR Newswire

Top Leaders/Executives:

Michael Rudoy, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Luke Cohler, Co-Founder and Director
Jonathan Schwartz, Chief Technology Officer
Sam Bonning, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer
Laura Veith, Vice President of People

Headquarters: 55 Water Street, 32nd Floor, New York, NY 10041, USA.

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Lemonade

Lemonade, Inc. is a publicly traded insurance technology company founded in 2015, specializing in offering a range of insurance products, including homeowners, renters, car, pet, and term life insurance. Leveraging artificial intelligence and behavioral economics, Lemonade provides a fully digital experience, enabling customers to obtain quotes, purchase policies, and file claims through their online platform and mobile app.

The company's mission is to make insurance simple, transparent, and accessible, while also incorporating social impact through its Giveback program, which donates a portion of unclaimed premiums to various charitable organizations.

Website: https://www.lemonade.com/

Main Focus: Lemonade focuses on revolutionizing the insurance industry by utilizing AI and machine learning to streamline the insurance process, reduce paperwork, and enhance customer experience. Their product offerings include:

Renters Insurance: Affordable coverage for personal belongings and liability.
Homeowners Insurance: Comprehensive policies for homeowners.
Car Insurance: Coverage options for vehicles.
Pet Insurance: Health insurance for cats and dogs.
Term Life Insurance: Life insurance policies with fixed terms.

Funding: Lemonade has raised significant capital since its inception, including a $300 million Series D funding round in April 2019, led by SoftBank Group, with participation from Allianz, General Catalyst, GV, OurCrowd, and Thrive Capital. The company went public on July 2, 2020, trading on the NYSE under the ticker symbol LMND.

Employees: As of 2023, Lemonade employs approximately 1,258 individuals across its operations in the United States and Europe.

Growth in 2024: In 2024, Lemonade continued its expansion and innovation within the insurance sector:

July 2024: Celebrated the eighth year of its Giveback program, donating over $2 million to 43 nonprofits globally, bringing the total donations to more than $10 million since the program's inception.
October 2024: Announced the appointment of Maria Angelidou-Smith to its Board of Directors, effective October 31, 2024. Ms. Angelidou-Smith brings extensive experience in product innovation and technology leadership, currently serving as the Chief Product and Technology Officer at Personio.

News:

October 2024: Released third-quarter financial results, reporting a net loss of $57.2 million, or 81 cents per share, an improvement from the previous year's loss of $67.2 million. Revenue increased to $122 million from $104.6 million in the prior year.
MarketWatch
November 2024: Hosted an Investor Day event on November 19, 2024, in New York City, providing insights into the company's strategic direction and financial outlook.
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Top Leaders/Executives:

Daniel Schreiber: Co-Founder, Co-Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman.
Shai Wininger: Co-Founder and Co-Chief Executive Officer.
Tim Bixby: Chief Financial Officer.
Adina Eckstein: Chief Operating Officer.
John Peters: Chief Insurance Officer.

Headquarters: 5 Crosby Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10013, USA.

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Narmi

Narmi is a privately held financial technology company founded in 2016 by Nikhil Lakhanpal and Christopher Griffin. The company is headquartered at 3 East 28th Street, Floor 12, New York, NY 10016, United States.

Website: www.narmi.com

Main Focus: Narmi specializes in providing digital banking solutions for regional and community financial institutions. Their platform offers features such as consumer and business digital banking, omnichannel account opening, fraud protection, and an open API framework, enabling banks and credit unions to enhance their digital offerings and compete effectively with larger financial entities.

Funding: As of May 2022, Narmi has raised a total of $35 million in a Series B funding round.

Employees: As of 2024, Narmi employs approximately 120 individuals.

News:

In December 2024, Narmi launched "Narmi One," a unified digital banking platform designed to help community banks and credit unions enhance growth, efficiency, and customer engagement.

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Top Leaders/Executives:

Nikhil Lakhanpal, Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer, President, and Board Member
Christopher Griffin, Co-Founder, Chief Technology Officer, President, and Board Member
Brian Aber, Director of Finance & Accounting

Headquarters: 3 East 28th Street, Floor 12, New York, NY 10016, USA.

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NYDIG

NYDIG (New York Digital Investment Group) is a financial services firm specializing in Bitcoin, founded in 2017. The company offers a range of Bitcoin-related services, including secure custody solutions, institutional finance, and infrastructure to support various sectors such as banking, insurance, and corporate entities. NYDIG is a subsidiary of Stone Ridge Holdings Group.

Website: nydig.com

Funding: As of December 2024, NYDIG has raised a total of $1.355 billion in funding, with significant investments from firms such as MassMutual, Bessemer Venture Partners, FinTech Collective, Morgan Stanley, and New York Life Insurance Company.

Employees: The company employs approximately 230 people globally, with 125 based in New York Cit.

Growth in 2024: In 2024, NYDIG experienced substantial growth, driven by the successful launch of spot Bitcoin ETFs in January, which attracted $36.6 billion in net inflows within the first year. This development significantly increased institutional adoption of Bitcoin.

News: In December 2024, NYDIG announced plans to expand its Bitcoin-backed lending services by leveraging insurance float, aiming to provide Bitcoin holders with increased liquidity options.

Top Leaders/Executives:

Ross Stevens: Founder and Executive Chairman
Robert Gutmann: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Yan Zhao: President

Headquarters: 510 Madison Avenue, 21st Floor, New York, NY 10022, USA.

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Octane

Octane is a financial technology company founded in 2014, headquartered in New York City, New York, USA. The company specializes in providing instant financing solutions for lifestyle purchases, particularly in the powersports, recreational vehicle (RV), and outdoor power equipment sectors. Octane's platform streamlines the buying process by offering seamless, end-to-end digital financing experiences for both dealers and consumers.

Website: www.octane.co

Main Focus: Providing instant financing solutions for lifestyle purchases in the powersports, RV, and outdoor power equipment industries.

Funding: As of December 2024, Octane has raised a total of $242 million in equity funding, including a $50 million Series E round completed in August 2024.

Employees: The company employs over 500 individuals in hybrid and remote roles.

Growth in 2024: In 2024, Octane experienced significant growth, with originations exceeding $1.6 billion—a 36% increase from the previous year. The company also surpassed $5 billion in aggregate originations and doubled its RV originations for the second consecutive year.

News:

December 2024: Octane completed a $126 million asset-backed securitization, its first deal wholly backed by RV and marine collateral.
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December 2024: The company partnered with CFMOTO to provide financing options for prime customers, enhancing its dealer network and customer reach.
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October 2024: Octane entered the marine market, expanding its financing solutions to include boats and personal watercraft.
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October 2024: The company launched RideNow Finance in partnership with RideNow, the largest powersports retailer in North America, to offer branded financing solutions.
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Top Leaders/Executives:

Jason Guss: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Steven Fernald: President and Chief Financial Officer
Mark Molnar: Chief Risk Officer
Sean Fernandez-Ledon: Chief Legal Officer

Headquarters: 116 W 32nd Street, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USA.

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Paxos

Paxos is a regulated blockchain infrastructure platform founded in 2012, headquartered in New York City, New York, USA. The company specializes in building transparent and transformative financial solutions, enabling the tokenization, custody, trading, and settlement of assets for enterprises.

Website: www.paxos.com

Main Focus: Providing regulated blockchain and tokenization infrastructure to facilitate the seamless movement and management of digital assets for global enterprises.

Funding: As of April 2021, Paxos has raised over $540 million in funding from investors including Oak HC/FT, Declaration Partners, Founders Fund, Mithril Capital, and PayPal Ventures.

Employees: The company employs approximately 326 individuals.

Growth in 2024: In 2024, Paxos expanded its global presence by introducing the Global Dollar (USDG) stablecoin, compliant with Singapore's upcoming regulatory framework, and announced plans to acquire Finnish E-Money Institution Membrane Finance to extend its regulated platform into the European Union.

News:

July 2024: The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission concluded its investigation into Paxos' Binance USD (BUSD) stablecoin without recommending enforcement action.
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October 2024: Paxos announced plans to integrate with the Stellar network, enhancing its blockchain infrastructure offerings.
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December 2024: Paxos partnered with Standard Chartered to enhance reserve management for its stablecoins, Global Dollar (USDG) and Lift Dollar (USDL).
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Top Leaders/Executives:

Charles Cascarilla: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Rich Teo: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Asia
Carolina Ceballos: Chief Compliance Officer
Michael Coscetta: Chief Revenue Officer

Headquarters: 450 Lexington Avenue, Suite 3952, New York, NY 10163, USA.

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Petal

Petal is a financial technology company founded in 2016, headquartered in New York, NY, USA. The company offers Visa credit cards that utilize cash flow underwriting to provide access to credit for individuals without traditional credit histories. Petal's mission is to expand financial access and help consumers build credit responsibly.

Website: www.petalcard.com

Main Focus: Providing credit cards that use cash flow underwriting to offer credit access to individuals without traditional credit histories.

Funding: As of April 2024, Petal has raised over $240 million in funding from investors including Valar Ventures, Greyhound Capital, and Third Prime.

Employees: Approximately 100 employees as of April 2024.

Growth in 2024: In April 2024, Petal agreed to be acquired by Empower Finance, a move aimed at enhancing credit access for underserved consumers.

News:

April 2024: Empower Finance announced its agreement to acquire Petal, aiming to expand credit access for underserved consumers.
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April 2024: Reports indicated that approximately 100 Petal employees would join Empower Finance following the acquisition.
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Top Leaders/Executives:

Jason Gross: Co-Founder and CEO
David Ehrich: Co-Founder
Andrew Endicott: Co-Founder and CFO

Headquarter: PO Box 1150, New York City, New York

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Pinwheel

Pinwheel is a financial technology company founded in 2018, headquartered in New York, NY, USA. The company specializes in providing a payroll connectivity API that enables financial institutions to securely update direct deposits and access income and employment data. Pinwheel's platform powers use cases such as direct deposit switching, income and employment verification, and earned wage access, aiming to build a fairer financial system.

Website: www.pinwheelapi.com

Main Focus: Providing a payroll connectivity API to facilitate secure access to income and employment data for financial institutions.

Funding: As of January 2022, Pinwheel has raised a total of $77 million in funding, including a $50 million Series B round at a $500 million valuation.

Employees: Approximately 90 employees as of 2025.

News:

February 14, 2025: Berkshire Bank introduced a new service to help clients with direct deposit, in partnership with Pinwheel.
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December 4, 2024: Pinwheel introduced a subscription management tool for banks.
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November 20, 2024: MANTL named Pinwheel as its preferred partner for direct deposit switching.
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October 30, 2024: Pinwheel partnered with Terafina to enhance omnichannel account opening and customer onboarding for financial institutions.
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October 24, 2024: Pinwheel unveiled Bill Navigator, a subscription management tool for banks.
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Top Leaders/Executives:

Kurtis Lin: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Curtis Lee: Co-Founder, President, Chief Operating Officer, and Chairman
Jennifer Chao: Chief Technology Officer
Jeff Hudesman: Chief Information Security Officer
Crystal Eastman: Chief Marketing Officer

Headquarters: 335 Madison Avenue, Floor 16, New York, NY 10017, USA.

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Public.com

Public.com is a financial technology company that offers an investing platform enabling users to invest in stocks, ETFs, bonds, cryptocurrencies, and more. The platform provides real-time market data, educational tools, and access to professional investment advice.

Website: https://www.public.com

Main Focus: Providing a social investing platform where members can own fractional shares, follow popular creators, and share ideas within a community of investors.

Funding: Public.com has raised over $300 million in funding from venture firms such as Accel, Greycroft, Tiger Global, and Lakestar.

Employees: As of 2025, Public.com employs approximately 456 people.

Growth in 2024: In 2024, Public.com expanded its investment offerings to include options trading, introducing an industry-first program that shares 50% of options revenue directly with customers.

News:

October 2023: Public.com introduced music royalties as a new asset class, allowing members to invest in fractional shares of hit songs.
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May 2023: Launched "Alpha," an AI-powered research assistant utilizing OpenAI's GPT-4 to provide real-time and historical market data.
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Top Leaders/Executives:

Leif Abraham: Co-CEO
Jannick Malling: Co-CEO
Sruthi Lanka: Chief Financial Officer
Stephen Sikes: Chief Operating Officer
Tobias Tobiasen: Chief Technology Officer

Headquarters: 228 Park Ave Suite 97716, New York, NY 10013, United States

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Ramp

Ramp is a financial technology company that provides a comprehensive financial operations platform designed to help businesses manage and optimize their spending. The platform offers corporate cards, expense management, bill payments, vendor management, and accounting automation, all integrated to streamline financial workflows and enhance efficiency.

Website: https://www.ramp.com

Main Focus: Delivering an all-in-one financial operations platform that enables businesses to control expenses, automate financial processes, and achieve greater savings.

Funding: As of April 2024, Ramp has raised a total of $1.41 billion across multiple funding rounds, with the latest being a $150 million Series D-2 round, valuing the company at $7.65 billion.

Employees: Ramp employs over 1,000 people.

Growth in 2024: In 2024, Ramp expanded its customer base to over 30,000 businesses, facilitating tens of billions of dollars in purchases annually. The company also introduced new features, including an App Center to enhance financial operations.

News:

October 2024: Ramp launched its App Center, pioneering an open ecosystem for financial operations.
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November 2024: The company was featured in the New York Times for its innovative approach to eliminating traditional expense reports.
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Top Leaders/Executives:

Eric Glyman: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Karim Atiyeh: Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer
Gene Lee: Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer

Headquarters: 28 West 23rd Street, Floor 2, New York, NY 10010, United States.

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Stash

Stash Financial, Inc. is a financial technology company that offers a personal finance app designed to make investing and saving accessible to everyone. The platform provides users with the ability to invest in fractional shares of stocks and ETFs, open retirement accounts, and utilize banking services, including a debit card that rewards purchases with fractional shares.

Website: https://www.stash.com

Main Focus: Empowering individuals, particularly lower- and middle-income Americans, to invest and build wealth through user-friendly financial tools and education.

Funding: As of October 2023, Stash has raised over $500 million in funding, with the latest round being a $40 million investment led by T. Rowe Price and Union Square Ventures.

Employees: As of 2023, Stash employs approximately 500 people.

Growth in 2024: In 2024, Stash achieved significant milestones, including reaching EBITDA profitability and an 80% gross margin. The company expanded its services by launching StashWorks, a workplace benefit platform designed to enhance employees' financial well-being. Additionally, Stash was named to CNBC's list of the World's Top Fintech Companies in 2024.

News:

October 2024: Co-Founders Brandon Krieg and Ed Robinson returned as Co-CEOs to lead the launch of AI Money Coach, an AI-powered personalized financial guidance platform.
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May 2024: Stash introduced StashWorks, a workplace benefit platform backed by SHRM, aiming to assist employees in improving their financial well-being.
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Top Leaders/Executives:

Brandon Krieg: Co-CEO and Co-Founder
Ed Robinson: Co-CEO and Co-Founder
Sarika Doshi: Head of Marketing
Douglas Feldman: Chief Investment Officer
Steven Hodgeman: Chief Financial Officer

Headquarters: 75 Varick Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10013, United States.

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Yieldstreet

Yieldstreet is a financial technology company that provides an alternative investment platform, offering individual investors access to asset-based investments across various asset classes traditionally dominated by institutional investors. These include real estate, art, legal finance, and commercial finance.

Website: https://www.yieldstreet.com

Main Focus: Democratizing access to alternative investments, enabling individual investors to diversify their portfolios with private market opportunities.

Funding: As of February 2024, Yieldstreet has raised a total of $295 million in funding, with the latest round being a $66.2 million later-stage venture capital investment.

Employees: Yieldstreet employs approximately 246 people.

Growth in 2024: In 2024, Yieldstreet expanded its offerings by acquiring Cadre, an online real estate investment platform, thereby enhancing its real estate investment opportunities for clients.

Additionally, Yieldstreet partnered with Wilshire Advisors to provide clients with diversified private market portfolios, leveraging Wilshire's institutional investment strategies.

News:

November 2024: Yieldstreet sought to raise an additional $75 to $100 million in funding and considered potential sale options.
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October 2024: The company reached a $6.2 million settlement with investors over ship-scrapping loan disputes.
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Top Leaders/Executives:

Michael Weisz: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Ted Yarbrough: President and Chief Investment Officer
Karan Vazirani: Chief Financial Officer
Azret Deljanin: Chief Technology Officer
Lea Stendahl: Chief Marketing Officer

Headquarters: 300 Park Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10022, United States.

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